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Meghan Markle is reportedly in early talks to join the third season of Netflix’s The Gentlemen, potentially alongside Theo James, with Guy Ritchie said to be interested. The deal is not final, Netflix has not officially renewed the series, and no role has been identified. Sources also say Markle has received other entertainment offers, while her previous comments indicated that she intended to leave acting behind after marrying Prince Harry in 2018.

Ben Gough was found dead at Moorfield Car Park in Truro on August 17. His sister, Leanne Gough, said his death had broken the family and that they would never recover, while friends and relatives shared tributes. Devon and Cornwall Police are treating the death as unexplained and conducting significant enquiries. A 44-year-old man from Truro was arrested on suspicion of assault, grievous bodily harm, administering a noxious substance and theft.

Paramedic Rachel Claire Lemonofides has been struck off the Health and Care Professions Council register after a tribunal found that she verbally abused and degraded a seriously ill patient during a 999 call in January 2024. The patient, who was later diagnosed with a stroke, brain bleed and burst abdominal aortic aneurysm, was allegedly forced to crawl downstairs after Lemonofides refused to accept that she could not walk. The tribunal found six factual particulars proved, including failure to recognise the severity of the patient's condition and racially discriminatory conduct involving references to “black magic” and possession. It concluded that the misconduct posed a high risk of repetition and was incompatible with continued registration. North West Ambulance Service had curtailed Lemonofides' duties and dismissed her before the tribunal proceedings.

Manchester-based influencer Sofia Lips self-injected 20 syringes of lip filler after several clinics refused to treat her, warning that her lips were already dangerously stretched. She spent £500 on a six-week online course and £488 on filler purchased from a Korean supplier, then said she intended to continue pursuing an exaggerated appearance and might treat other people. NHS England warns that dermal fillers can cause serious complications, including infection, nerve damage and blindness, and advises avoiding practitioners with only short training. Lips also described a previous botched procedure that nearly became fatal, while similar do-it-yourself injections are reportedly spreading among social-media looksmaxxers.

Taxi driver Robert Cretu admitted five counts of fraud by false representation after submitting 30 false pet insurance claims to five insurers between December 2023 and August 2025. He used fictitious dogs, false identities and forged veterinary documents, receiving £31,700 in payouts, including claims that dogs had been killed by a lorry or fallen into the sea while chasing a seagull. Liverpool Crown Court sentenced him to 20 months in prison, suspended for 18 months, along with up to 20 days of rehabilitation activity. The judge cited the scale and duration of the offending but took account of Cretu’s lack of previous convictions, remorse and family circumstances.

Actress Prunella Scales left a gross estate of £3,376,585 and a net estate of £3,166,554 after her death aged 93 in October 2025. Her sons Samuel and Joseph are each due to receive 40%, while her stepdaughter Juliet will receive 20%. Several charities are also beneficiaries, including The Snipe Charitable Trust, which is set to receive £10,000, and the Royal Horticultural Society, Campaign to Protect Rural England and Combined Theatrical Charities Appeals Council. Scales was best known for playing Sybil Fawlty in the BBC sitcom Fawlty Towers and also had acclaimed stage, television and film roles.

An inquest heard that Sophie Shambley, 38, was found dead on the tracks at Bryn Railway Station in Wigan on December 19, 2025. Her husband, Shaun, used the Life360 tracking app to locate her after she left the family home and sent goodbye messages to relatives. Evidence covered her history of depression, anxiety and post-natal depression, recent bereavements, and engagement with mental-health support. Her GP said there had been no mental-health concerns in December and described her suicidal thoughts as fleeting. Coroner Stephen Teasdale concluded that her death, caused by polytrauma, was suicide.

The M25 was temporarily closed in both directions between Junctions 22 and 21A near St Albans after a major fire at an industrial unit in Ventura Park created risks from secondary explosions, smoke and debris. Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service deployed 15 fire appliances, while residents were advised to keep doors and windows closed and avoid the area. National Highways later confirmed the motorway could safely reopen, although delays of about 60 minutes were expected as traffic cleared.

Chessington World of Adventures in south-west London was forced to close during the school holidays after a burst water main on Leatherhead Road disrupted supplies in the KT9 area. Thames Water said repairs were under way, while the theme park turned away visitors and promised to revalidate affected pre-booked tickets for free return visits within nine months on selected dates.

Betfred has begun formal consultations to close 132 of its UK betting shops, affecting more than 600 jobs and reducing its estate to about 1,100 locations. Chief executive Jo Whittaker attributed the decision to higher employer National Insurance contributions, wage inflation, increased gambling taxes and wider economic uncertainty. The move follows similar closures by Paddy Power and William Hill owner Evoke. Recent tax changes include raising remote gaming duty from 21% to 40% and introducing a 25% online sports betting duty from 2027, while further National Insurance and threshold changes have added to bookmakers’ costs.

Paris Wilson was sentenced to nine years in prison for manslaughter and attempted kidnapping after helping a gang locate and abduct her former husband, Danny Cahalane. Cahalane was attacked with concentrated sulphuric acid at his Plymouth home and died ten weeks later from his injuries. The court heard that the attack was linked to a drug debt of about £120,000 owed to drugs boss Ryan Kennedy, known as Frost. Abdul-Rasheed Adedoja and Israel Augustus received life sentences for murder, while Ramarnee Bakas-Sithole and several other members of the criminal network received prison terms for manslaughter, attempted kidnapping, drug supply and debt enforcement.

Muhammad Ans, 29, was sentenced at Plymouth Crown Court to 20 years in prison plus three years on extended licence after being convicted of four rapes against three women he met through Bumble, Badoo and Tinder between 2023 and 2025. Police linked the cases through forensic examination of his phone after he fled Tavistock and was found in Leeds. The victims described lasting psychological harm, while Judge Matthew Turner KC said Ans exploited their vulnerability and pursued sexual gratification despite their clear lack of consent. Ans was also placed on the sex offenders register for life.

Wildfires across Greece forced around 8,000 people to evacuate Rethymno in Crete, while additional fires on Paros led to the evacuation of about 10 villages. Three firefighters died, including two who were trapped by flames in Crete and another found unconscious near Gytheio. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis warned of further difficult conditions. The fires form part of a wider European wildfire crisis, with Spain and France also reporting extensive evacuations and destruction.

A major incident has been declared after a wildfire at Dunwich Heath near Leiston, Suffolk, spread across roughly 100 hectares. More than 100 firefighters and 18 fire engines are tackling the blaze, while Cliff House Holiday Park and other nearby areas have been evacuated. Sizewell B nuclear power station and the Sizewell C construction site are monitoring the situation but report that operations are continuing normally and that the immediate risk is low. The fire has reached parts of the RSPB Minsmere reserve, causing severe damage to habitats supporting rare birds. Authorities are assessing changing weather, smoke and road conditions, while Green Party leader Zack Polanski calls for an emergency Cobra meeting amid wider wildfire and heatwave concerns.

Sussex Police and Crimestoppers have renewed an appeal for information 45 years after eight-year-old Vishal Mehrotra disappeared from Putney on July 29, 1981, the day of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer’s wedding. His remains were found seven months later near Rogate, West Sussex, and the murder remains unsolved despite investigative reviews, extensive enquiries and advances in forensic technology. Crimestoppers is offering an anonymous reward of up to £20,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction, while police and Vishal’s sister Mamta Mehrotra urge anyone with even seemingly insignificant information to come forward.

The remains of 38-year-old Scottish woman Elisabeth Jane Ross were found inside a suitcase in an abandoned building in Athens on July 18. DNA analysis later confirmed her British identity after she initially could not be identified. Greek authorities, Police Scotland, Interpol and US investigators are examining her final movements and interviewing potential witnesses; a post-mortem examination is pending, and no suspect has been identified.

Christopher Yates, who had a history of alcohol and substance abuse, admitted violently shaking his seven-month-old son after drinking 11 cans of lager and taking cocaine. He delayed seeking help and initially gave false accounts of the incident. The child suffered a brain haemorrhage, seizures, extensive eye bleeding and permanent blindness, and is expected to have a reduced life expectancy. Newcastle Crown Court sentenced Yates to four years in prison for causing serious physical harm to a child, while the judge said no sentence could undo the lifelong devastation caused.

Fire chiefs have warned that wildfire risk remains elevated across the UK after 208 incidents were recorded in England and Wales between July 16 and 28, contributing to 706 incidents so far in 2026. A forecast heatwave, dry ground, temperatures reaching 35C in southeast England and ongoing harvesting activity could cause fires to spread rapidly. Eight live incidents were being monitored, including a major blaze at Tintwistle Moor. Officials urged people to avoid risky behavior such as using disposable barbecues or discarding cigarettes, while warning that climate change is likely to produce larger and more complex wildfires in the future.

A major wildfire has been burning across Cairngorms National Park for around 10 days, prompting evacuations in and around Nethy Bridge and warnings for residents to leave pets behind. More than 500 firefighters have been deployed, while Police Scotland has declared a major incident. Residents describe the smoke as “apocalyptic” and express anger and frustration over the evacuation process. Strong winds have made the fire unpredictable, with concerns that it could spread from heathland into dry Caledonian pine forest. Authorities continue to issue smoke-safety advice and evacuate additional properties as a precaution.

A woman and a teenage girl died after several people got into difficulty in the water near Seaview Avenue on West Mersea beach in Essex. Emergency services responded with multiple land and air units, and three other people were taken to hospital, one in serious condition. Police believe the individuals involved knew one another and have appealed for witnesses or anyone with relevant information or footage to come forward.

A toddler suffered severe facial injuries after being attacked by a dog described by a witness as a bulldog‑type breed in the beer garden of The Wulstan pub in Wolstanton, Staffordshire. Emergency services responded quickly, taking the child to Royal Stoke University Hospital, where he was later discharged. Witness accounts detailed the chaotic aftermath, and police have launched an investigation, appealing for information from the public.

Police arrested Thomas Maher after undercover officers uncovered online chats in which he planned to sexually abuse a young girl with someone he believed was her father. Maher, already on bail for child indecency offences, pleaded guilty to facilitating a child sex offence and related charges. Evidence recovered from his home and phone supported the case, leading to an eight‑year prison sentence at Manchester Crown Court and an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order. Authorities highlighted the swift action taken to prevent further offences and underscored their commitment to protecting children.

A 24‑year‑old woman, Raven Adams, died after a hit‑and‑run on York Street in North Belfast, while a male pedestrian was critically injured. Police arrested a 22‑year‑old man suspected of fleeing the scene, and inquiries are ongoing. Authorities appealed for witnesses and dash‑cam footage. DUP MLA Phillip Brett expressed condolences and urged the public to support the investigation, praising emergency responders for their work.

An inquest heard that 18-year-old Tallulah Bradford died after falling from and being struck by a small articulated loading vehicle in Chalkwell Park, Essex, following reports that a group had taken unauthorised control of it. She was taken to Royal London Hospital and died from traumatic head injuries on June 19. Police arrested two teenagers who remain on bail and are appealing for witnesses and footage as investigations continue.

A man who tracked down his estranged wife and attempted to kill her by ramming her with his car and beating her with a baseball bat was sentenced to 24 years in prison, with an additional four years on licence due to the severe risk he poses. The attack followed his release from prison and was triggered by anger over the death of his koi carp. The court found that he deliberately sought her out using stolen mail‑redirection details before carrying out the planned assault, which was stopped only by passersby. The victim suffered major injuries and continues to experience lasting physical and emotional effects. Authorities and support organisations were praised for their assistance, and the victim urged others facing abuse to seek help.

Three men were sentenced to more than five years in prison for stealing 79 boxes of the weight‑loss drug Mounjaro worth over £944,000 from a healthcare distribution centre in St Albans. Investigators used CCTV, phone data, ANPR records and distinctive clothing to identify the suspects, leading to their arrests and the seizure of over £60,000 in cash. Prosecutors and police described the burglary as carefully planned and posing a health risk due to improper storage of pharmaceutical products.

A Royal Mail employee was recorded verbally abusing a disabled young mother, Jennifer Rain, on a bus in Edinburgh after she was allowed to board without her misplaced disability pass. The man threatened her and demanded she delete her recording before a bus driver intervened. Royal Mail and Police Scotland have launched investigations, with Royal Mail stating the behaviour fell well below its standards.

Three people died when their vehicle plunged from the A7 motorway in Malaga, including Amy McCullagh, whose funeral will take place in Ballynacargy. Her husband, Ian McCullagh, remains in critical condition in a Spanish hospital. The family has requested donations to the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust as they prepare for the funeral and burial.

High pressure is driving the UK's third heatwave of 2026, with temperatures expected to reach 34–35C in parts of southern England before easing early next week. The Met Office forecasts continued heat and high UV levels through the weekend, along with a risk of showers or isolated thunderstorms as humidity increases. Guidance urges residents to stay hydrated, avoid peak sun exposure, and check on vulnerable people. Night-time temperatures will be lower than in June, though some urban areas may remain in the high teens, with a small chance of tropical nights. The hot conditions will affect most of England and Wales and extend to parts of Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Former footballer Emile Heskey has separated from his wife Chantelle after more than two decades together and is now publicly in a relationship with Sky Sports walk‑on presenter Jade Slusarczyk. Divorce proceedings are underway, with Chantelle confirming the split but declining further comment. Social media posts and public appearances, including a red‑carpet event in Manchester, have revealed the new relationship. The article outlines the couple’s long history, Chantelle’s business ventures, Heskey’s post‑retirement roles at Leicester City Women, and the football careers of their two eldest children.

An inquest heard that Kelly Faiers died from a combination of alcohol and sleeping tablets at the home of her partner Richard Scatchard, a convicted sex offender with a history of drugging women. Initially considered non-suspicious, her death prompted a murder inquiry after Scatchard’s past offences emerged. Colleagues described controlling behavior, violent incidents, and sexual fantasies involving unconscious women. Toxicology results confirmed excessive alcohol and sleeping tablets but could not determine whether the drugs were taken willingly, leaving open the possibility of spiking. Messages showed Scatchard pressuring Faiers for drug‑facilitated sex. The inquest continues.

James Hughes was sentenced to life with a minimum of 13 years for murdering his neighbour Harold Turner during a long‑running noise dispute at sheltered housing in North Wales. A dictaphone recording captured Hughes pinning Turner down and striking him with a walking stick despite Turner’s pleas that he could not breathe. The court found that although Turner initiated the physical confrontation and had issued threats earlier, Hughes used unreasonable force. Post‑incident recordings captured Hughes admitting he may have killed someone. The judge described Hughes’ actions as angry and cruel, while police highlighted the recording as decisive evidence providing justice for Turner’s family.

TV presenter Lisa Faulkner revealed she underwent surgery after being diagnosed with early‑stage breast cancer, sharing that the operation was successful and radiotherapy will follow. She credited a routine mammogram for detecting the cancer and expressed gratitude to the NHS for early treatment. Support from fans and fellow celebrities quickly followed, while she reflected on embracing new opportunities in her 50s and the impact of losing her mother to cancer at a young age.

Seven children became ill with stomach issues after swimming in Devon’s River Dart shortly after South West Water discharged untreated sewage upstream for 16 hours. Affected parent Kelly Vipond reported her sons’ symptoms, while local MP Ian Roome criticised the need for families to monitor sewage maps due to frequent spills. The incident follows scrutiny of the company over earlier water quality failures and executive bonuses. Pennon and South West Water stated that testing showed no pollution at sampling points and highlighted ongoing investments, while the Environment Agency confirmed an investigation and possible enforcement action.

Donald Trump issued a tribute following the death of Village People lead singer Victor Willis, who died after a short and aggressive illness. Willis, known for hits including YMCA and In The Navy, had performed with a version of the group at events tied to Trump’s 2025 inauguration despite previously clarifying that neither he nor the band endorsed Trump’s political efforts. Trump praised Willis’s support at rallies and credited YMCA with renewed success. Willis had earlier stated that while he welcomed diverse fans enjoying the music, he did not support Trump’s use of their songs. The group’s history, chart success and cultural impact were also noted, along with a statement from Willis’s representatives confirming his death and requesting privacy.

A 31-year-old Orlando woman, Brittany Clark, was fatally attacked by an alligator while swimming during a hike in the Econlockhatchee River in Florida, despite her boyfriend’s efforts to free her from the animal’s grip. A medical examiner’s report confirmed she was repeatedly pulled underwater in a death-roll motion, and her boyfriend attempted CPR after the alligator released her. Wildlife officials later captured and euthanized two large alligators from the area for DNA testing, noting that such deadly unprovoked attacks remain rare in the state.

A woman, Jessica Folds, was found strangled in woodland near Lanett, Alabama, alongside her boyfriend Daniel Robbins, who died of a heart attack while attempting to drag and dispose of her body. Investigators believe Robbins killed her during a domestic dispute the previous night. A passerby discovered their abandoned vehicle with its engine running, leading police to follow drag marks to the bodies. Authorities have not determined a motive, and the case remains under investigation.

Daveigh Chase, known for her role as Samara in The Ring, died on June 16 at age 35 from AIDS, with chronic substance abuse listed as a contributing factor. Her boyfriend, Roy Hernandez, revealed her private health struggles, including meningitis, sepsis, and blood infections, and had previously sought financial help through a GoFundMe campaign. The LA County Medical Examiner confirmed the cause of death as the final stage of an extended illness.

A 31‑year‑old man, Kevin Kerjean, has been charged with murdering and sexually assaulting his two‑year‑old daughter after she was found dead at a property in Chertsey, Surrey. He appeared at Guildford Crown Court and was remanded in custody ahead of a September hearing. Surrey Police continue their investigation, maintaining a significant presence in the area, while urging anyone with relevant information or footage to contact investigators.

Six adults were killed and several others injured in a shooting at a youth welfare facility for pregnant women and mothers in Stade, Germany. Police arrested an initial suspect and detained two others as part of ongoing investigations. Authorities warned the public not to share unverified information circulating on social media. Emergency services cordoned off the area, and officials continue to work to establish the motive and sequence of events.

Aiden Freeman, 28, from Godalming, received a seven-and-a-half-year prison sentence at Lewes Crown Court for repeatedly sexually abusing a girl beginning when she was nine. Convicted of assault by penetration and the rape of a child under 13, Freeman had denied the charges, claiming the victim fabricated the allegations. Sussex Police commended the victim’s courage in reporting the abuse and supporting the prosecution, urging others experiencing or witnessing sexual abuse to come forward.